Cricket

Ashes 4th Test: Atkinson-Tongue dismantle Australian top-order

At the end of session one, Australia was 72/4, with Usman Khawaja (21*) and Alex Carey (9*) unbeaten.

2025-12-26T02:17:03.762428+00:00 IST

Indian women's cricket finally gets its crowning moment

The Indian Women's cricket team scripted history in 2025, producing one of the most remarkable comebacks the game has ever witnessed to clinch their maiden ICC Women's World Cup title. From being written off midway through the tournament to lifting the trophy, it was a year that redefined belief, resilience and Indian women's cricket.

2025-12-25T18:24:26.555167+00:00 IST

Madan Lal lauds Rohit, Kohli 

Former India cricketer Madan Lal has hailed the presence of senior stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in domestic cricket, stating that their participation not only lifts the standard of the tournament but also inspires fans and youngsters

2025-12-25T18:09:46.806423+00:00 IST

Usman Khawaja on verge of major international milestone

Australia batter Usman Khawaja will have a personal milestone in sight when he walks out to bat in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday, with the experienced left-hander just 28 runs away from completing 8,000 international runs.

2025-12-25T18:05:37.098525+00:00 IST

Mandhana just 28 runs away from joining 10,000-run club

The Indian women's cricket team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana is just 28 runs away from becoming only the second Indian woman to score 10,000 international runs in cricket.

2025-12-25T18:03:05.361143+00:00 IST

Deepti fit for 3rd T20I against Sri Lanka, confirms Muzumdar

India's off-spin bowling all-rounder Deepti Sharma has been declared fit and is available for selection for the third T20I against Sri Lanka, head coach Amol Muzumdar confirmed on the eve of the match on Thursday.

2025-12-25T15:51:20.725096+00:00 IST

SA20 returns for 2025–26 season, CSA defends festive window shift

South Africa had a gap in their international calendar, and CSA chose to keep the summer relatively light to focus on preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The month-long SA20 fit neatly into that window

2025-12-25T14:40:28.765216+00:00 IST

MI Cape Town look to build on proud Newlands record

MI Cape Town will face Durban Super Giants on December 26 for the Season 4 opener.

2025-12-25T12:42:24.883656+00:00 IST

BCB takes control of Chattogram Royals ahead of BPL 2025–26

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has taken control of the new Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) franchise Chattogram Royals after the team owner decided to withdraw, just a day before the start of the 12th edition of the tournament, set to start on December 26, as per ESPNcricinfo.

2025-12-25T12:11:28.939745+00:00 IST

BPL 2025–26 to kick off amid corruption concerns, financial woes

The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025-26 season is set to begin on December 25. Despite enduring numerous setbacks and controversies to reach its 12th edition, the tournament continues to face significant concerns about its integrity, the standard of cricket, and issues related to player payments and logistical arrangements, according to ESPNcricinfo.

2025-12-25T12:01:08.377006+00:00 IST

Everyone understood their roles: Haider Ali after crucial win

The Dubai Capitals sealed an important six-wicket victory over the Gulf Giants at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Sunday, delivering a composed all-round performance to briefly move to second place on the points table. The defeat marked a fourth consecutive loss for the Gulf Giants

2025-12-25T11:58:25.346491+00:00 IST

"It's going to offer quite a bit": Steve Smith on MCG pitch

Ahead of the fourth Ashes Test against England, Australia's stand-in captain has opened up about the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) surface, saying that the pitch will offer a lot to the fast bowlers.

2025-12-25T06:46:33.591170+00:00 IST

Tharoor's big remark on Vaibhav after 14-year-old's knock in VHT

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has compared Vaibhav Suryvanshi's talent to that of legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar. Tharoor has urged BCCI to call up the 14-year-old Suryavanshi into the national side.

2025-12-25T05:32:08.233413+00:00 IST

DC School Cup: Modern School Barakhamba Road reign supreme

Modern School Barakhamba Road were crowned champions of the DC School Cup 2025 in both the boys and girls categories after the girls beat DPS RK Puram by 133 runs and the boys defeated St Thomas School by 57 runs, marking the successful completion of the tournament.

2025-12-25T04:04:28.114941+00:00 IST

"I'm just proud of this team": Marnus Labuschagne

Australia star batter Marnus Labuschagne has heaped praise on his teammates after the hosts retained the Ashes after an emphatic 82-run win against the Ben Stokes-led England in Adelaide, which helped the Aussies to take an unbeaten 3-0 lead in the ongoing five-match series.

2025-12-25T03:14:11.533334+00:00 IST

Abbott eyes Test comeback after recovering from hamstring injury

Australian speedster Sean Abbott is eyeing a comeback to the test side after recovering from a hamstring injury. The right-arm pacer Abbott was also part of the Baggy Greens' Ashes Squad for the opening Test against England, which the hosts won by eight wickets in Perth.

2025-12-25T02:51:35.448237+00:00 IST

Ashes: Australia announce playing XII for Boxing Day Test

Cricket Australia (CA) has named its playing XI for the fourth Ashes Test of the five-match series against England. The fourth match of the series will be a Boxing Day Test, starting on December 26 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground.

2025-12-25T02:44:47.817717+00:00 IST

Test Twenty launches Coach Equity Programme

For the first time in cricket history, coaches will not be merely contributors to the game but will be invited to become stakeholders in the platform they help build.

2025-12-24T18:16:41.005751+00:00 IST

Priyank Panchal lauds Ishan Kishan's hundred

Former cricketer Priyank Panchal has praised Ishan Kishan for his explosive knock and his expansive range of shots. Panchal added that Kishan can defend and attack against spin.

2025-12-24T18:14:30.039068+00:00 IST

"We've lost Aiden Markram but stuck with same mantra": Stubbs

Ahead of the fourth SA20 season, Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) skipper and South African star Tristan Stubbs spoke on sustaining the team's success after the departure of their ex-captain Aiden Markram, who led them to two SA20 titles and to the finals in every edition.

2025-12-24T18:00:16.578059+00:00 IST

"Don't think I've seen him bowl better": Ponting hails Starc

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has hailed ace pacer Mitchell Starc, saying that he hasn't seen the Aussie bowler bowl better than he is at the moment and that Starc has expanded his skill set beyond just being a new-ball and reverse-swing specialist.

2025-12-24T17:39:47.889269+00:00 IST